C70
Non-billableMalignant neoplasm of meninges
Malignant neoplasm of meninges
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Child Codes (3)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(30)
UMLS
- Cancer of MeningesC0348375
- Cancer of the MeningesC0348375
- Cancer, MeningealC0348375
- Cancers, MeningealC0348375
- MALIGNANT MENINGEAL NEOPLC0348375
- MENINGEAL NEOPL MALIGNANTC0348375
- Malignant Meningeal NeoplasmC0348375
- Malignant Meningeal NeoplasmsC0348375
- Malignant Meningeal TumorC0348375
- Malignant Meninges NeoplasmC0348375
- Malignant Meninges TumorC0348375
- Malignant Neoplasm of MeningesC0348375
- Malignant Neoplasm of the MeningesC0348375
- Malignant Neoplasms of MeningesC0348375
- Malignant Tumor of MeningesC0348375
- Malignant Tumor of the MeningesC0348375
- Malignant meningeal neoplasmC0348375
- Malignant meningeal neoplasm (morphologic abnormality)C0348375
- Malignant neoplasm of meningesC0348375
- Malignant neoplasm of meninges (disorder)C0348375
- Malignant neoplasm of meninges, unspecifiedC0348375
- Malignant tumor of meningesC0348375
- Malignant tumour of meningesC0348375
- Meningeal CancerC0348375
- Meningeal CancersC0348375
- Meningeal Neoplasm, MalignantC0348375
- Meningeal Neoplasms, MalignantC0348375
- Meningeal Tumors, MalignantC0348375
- Neoplasm, Malignant MeningealC0348375
- Neoplasms, Malignant MeningealC0348375
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for malignant neoplasm of meninges?
The ICD-10-CM code for malignant neoplasm of meninges is C70. The full clinical description is "Malignant neoplasm of meninges". C70 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code C70 mean?
ICD-10-CM code C70 represents “Malignant neoplasm of meninges”. It is classified under Chapter 2: Neoplasms and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is C70 a billable code?
No, C70 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under C70.
What chapter is C70 in?
C70 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes C00-D49).
What are the subcategories under C70?
C70 has 3 child codes, including: C70.0 (Malignant neoplasm of cerebral meninges), C70.1 (Malignant neoplasm of spinal meninges), C70.9 (Malignant neoplasm of meninges, unspecified).
What are the UMLS CUIs for C70?
C70 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0348375. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does C70 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like malignant neoplasm of meninges affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of C70?
C70 maps to the ICD-11 code: 2A01.00 (Primary malignant meningioma).
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